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Test Name

LH

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CPT Code(s)**

83002
**IMPORTANT: CPT Code is informational only; obtain the Test Code for ordering.

Methodology

Immunoassay (IA)

Reference Range(s)

Male  
18-59 Years 1.5-9.3 mIU/mL
≥60 Years 1.6-15.2 mIU/mL
Female  
  Follicular Phase 1.9-12.5 mIU/mL
  Mid-Cycle Peak 8.7-76.3 mIU/mL
  Luteal Phase 0.5-16.9 mIU/mL
  Postmenopausal 10.0-54.7 mIU/mL
Children (<18 years old): LH reference ranges established on post-pubertal patient population. Reference range not established for pre-pubertal patients using this assay. For pre-pubertal patients, the Quest Diagnostics LH, Pediatrics assay is recommended (test code 36086).

Clinical Significance

This test is useful in the differential diagnosis of pituitary and gonadal insufficiency and in children with precocious puberty.

Alternative Name(s)

Lutropin,Luteinizing Hormone (LH),Interstitial Cell Stimulating Hormone

Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.

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